Registered Nurse

Reports to (position): Dialysis Clinic Manager 

Primary purpose of the role: 

Responsible to deliver patient centered care within the hemodialysis setting in accordance with organisational core values / standards of practice and codes and guidelines as set out by APHRA. To provide support to the Management Team by participating in the clinical, management, education and quality activities of staff and patients within the clinic. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Participates in the design, planning, delivery and evaluation of patient care within the hemodialysis clinical setting.
• Protects the rights of patients by adhering to Privacy Principles and providing an excellent standard of care.
• Responsible for own professional development and provides education to colleagues, patients and visitors.
• Ensures/promotes a safe, secure and healthy working environment to staff and a comfortable, safe environment for visitors and patients as detailed in the Workplace Health and Safety policy (FMEAU-28).
• Actively participates in the quality improvement process by reporting all incidents, hazards and opportunities for improvement.
• Completes clinical and mandatory competencies annually
• Performs defined management functions when required. 
• Maintains accurate patient information in medical records, including Therapy Data Management System (TDMS) and abides by confidentiality and Privacy Policy. Competencies (attitude, skills, typical qualifications & experience) 

Essential: 

• Registered as a general nurse with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency).
• Current practicing certificate.
• Understanding of the Quality improvement process and risk management obligations
• Demonstrated clinical competence and expertise (or working towards) in nephrology nursing.
• Ability to continuously reflect on nursing practice and apply learning as appropriate.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated organisational, decision-making and problem solving skills, combined with the ability to be self-directed.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform staff and patient education.
•  Knowledge of nursing, nephrology and other professional issues which impact on nursing practice within the specialty. 

Desirable: 

• Nephrology nursing theory and practice.
• Computer literacy.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives. 

Position Title:  Patient Service Assistant

Reports to (position):  Dialysis Clinic Manager

Primary purpose of the role:

• To provide support to the nursing staff in the dialysis clinic by performing non-clinical duties relating to direct and indirect patient care.
• Functions as a team member, promoting the values, missions and goals of the clinic and company, constantly working towards their achievement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Protects the rights of patients by adhering to Privacy Principles and providing an excellent standard of care.
• Ensures cleanliness and neatness of patient’s environment and stock room
• Ensures cleaning of the Isolation rooms is done when required.
• Cleans exterior of dialysis machines, patient chairs and over-bed tables as per policy and procedures
• Assists with basic food preparation and delivery of nutritional requirements to patients as well as assists with meal ordering
• Serves, distributes and collects patient / visitors meals and refreshments
• Arranges patient transport from Dialysis treatment
• Attends to the re-stocking of consumables in the stock room and trolley/s as required for daily operation of the clinic
• Monitors consumable stores and orders stock as required
• Confirms delivery of stock, checks inventory and documentation
• Performs stocktake when requested
• Maintains Clinic Manager database
• Ensures routine collection and appropriate disposal of linen, rubbish and contaminated waste
• Orders and pack away linen
• Assist in the collection of blood samples by pathology lab, help spin blood before collection
• Participates in Quality Improvements  activities as required by the Dialysis Clinic Manager
• Ensures/promotes a safe, secure and healthy working environment to staff and a comfortable, safe environment for visitors and patients as detailed in the Workplace Health and Safety policy (FMEAU-28).
• Engages in interne.al and external in-service activities to enhance / maintain skills and knowledge

Competencies (attitude, skills, typical qualifications & experience)

Essential:           

• Knowledge of Infection Control / Hygiene principles and implementation of this knowledge into daily practice
• Demonstrated organizational and problem solving  skills combined with the ability to work in a self-directed manner
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety as it relates to the role within the facility
• Understanding of the Quality improvement process and risk management obligations
• Demonstrated skills in food preparation and presentation
• Basic office skills, including filing and answering telephone enquiries
• Previous experience in patient assistant role
• Basic computer literacy.

 Desirable:         

• Completion of a Patient Service Assistant Certificate or equivalent qualification
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player

We are on the hunt for an experienced Customer Care representative to join our well-run Customer Care Team on a casual basis at ARH Gosford on Sydney’s gorgeous Central Coast

Work with a large team of passionate and committed Specialists, Vets and Nurses to serve the increasing needs of the large pet-owning community of the Central Coast

Gosford boasts a relaxed lifestyle that comes with 40+ sandy beaches, State Forests, and national Parks. A mild climate offers comfortable surrounds all year round. If you are looking for a more relaxed lifestyle or a sea change, consider Gosford as your next home.

About Us

ARH Gosford is a purpose-built, 24 hour, Emergency Animal Hospital with over 30 clinical and support staff, all focused on providing high class patient and client care in a supportive, team environment.

A vacancy has arisen for an experienced Customer Care representative who has a passion for teamwork and a real interest in assisting people through very emotional and challenging circumstances.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, exciting environment with a strong team focus and attention to detail.

About Your New Role

Our Client Services Department requires a customer care representative to help co-ordinate daily operations and help facilitate the high emergency standards we are passionate about.

We are looking to appoint a talented individual who values team cohesion, innovation, maximizing nurse skillsets and the never-ending quest to improve!

This is a casual position, to help with annual leave, sick leave and other roster vacancies.

About You

As a successful candidate, you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Previous experience in the Veterinary or health industry preferred
• 2+ years' experience within a client services position within a fast-paced environment,
• Have a strong work ethic and enjoy working as part of a team.
• Commitment to gold standard patient care and a “fear-free” approach to patient handling.
• The confidence and initiative to work autonomously yet lean on your team as needed.
• Ability to multi-task and navigate within a busy, multi-departmental workplace
• A passion for excellent customer service and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills,
• Exemplary organizational skills and a high attention to detail.

Does this sound like you? Apply now via the link!